In the US alone, it is estimated that 1 in 10 have depression, with the majority being women between the ages of 40-65 years of age. Do your homework, learn all you can about antidepressants and herbal alternatives so you can make and informed decision on what course of action is best for you.

Depression Hurts But Herbs Can Help

While I was writing this, I had a thought of asking all of you what you feel about Depression and decided on putting a few things into a poll to see views on treatments.

If you have any comments on this, please do so. The more people open up and talk to each other the better this disease will be accepted and perhaps more people will step forward in getting help.

I think all methods of treatment should be considered until good results happen. Of course doing research and consulting with your doctor are very important before any treatment program. Everyone is different and levels of depression vary. What works for one may not work for another. Sometimes it is trial and error before a good treatment is found.

What worked for me personally was counseling, stress management, personal nurturing, interacting with nature, and positive attitude. I wanted to avoid medication at all cost, and I beat my depression. If my depression was more severe I might have had to try medication, but with the side effects I wanted to try healing without it.

Hi Debbie,

I believe that too, what works for one might not work for another. Each person has to evaluate what they are willing to do and/or take.

You hear a lot about "positive" thinking and you know, it does work. Of course there are times nothing seems to be going right, but eventually, through attitude and prayer the path straightens out.

I am so glad you got through yours okay...seems we have a lot more in common than I thought! :-)

I think it does take work on many fronts to conquer depression. A good part of that positive attitude is believing, loving, and nurturing yourself. Depression can result from neglecting yourself, among other things. Taking better care of your inner being can greatly help.